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CodeDS/UK/9209
NameBennett; William (1936-2022); OBE; British flute player, teacher
Variations of NameWilliam Ingham Brooke Bennett | WIBB
Dates7 February 1936-11 May 2022
GenderMale (cisgender)
Place of Birth/OriginLondon, England, United Kingdom (born)
RelationshipsFormer spouse of Rhuna Martin (cellist)
Spouse of Michie (flautist)
BiographyWilliam Bennett OBE was a British flautist and teacher. He played in many English orchestras and chamber music ensembles, and as a soloist. He made more than 100 recordings, including chamber music with partners including George Malcolm, Osian Ellis, and Yehudi Menuhin. He premiered flute concertos written for him, by William Mathias, Diana Burrell and Raimundo Pineda. Bennett taught at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg in Germany and the Royal Academy of Music, and held master classes worldwide.

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